Project Administrator

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 17,000 people globally.

The Project Administrator will perform administrative and controlling duties throughout the duration of the YII expansion project, such as receiving invoices, supporting monthly cash flow reports, and reviewing timecards for accuracy if applicable. This position will verify and manage confidential documentation of all project finances and budget allocations for internal auditing and tax purposes also keep progress updates by implementing internal cost controls. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Verify that the invoice agrees with what was performed/delivered.
• Generate the service entry sheet as well as facilitate discrepancies and resolution.
• Review timecards for accuracy.
• Review the coding of non-PO invoices.
• Review the on-the ground of details of the invoices, equipment usage time, receipt of goods.
• Coordinate the receipt of goods (match the packing details to PO and per GR in the system) ensure approvals of receipts.
• Create all PRs for the project.
• Coordinate the completion of all change orders. 
• Validate the supporting data for all change orders. 
• Monitor the timely payment of contract vendors and troubleshoot issues in the approval workflow.
• Reporting any budget risks and discrepancies to the project team.

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience of previous work experience within accounting or finance is required.
• A certification in construction accounting is preferred.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams), and have a general understanding of working within a computer network Performing accounting duties throughout the project, such as validating invoices review CAP Sheets, estimating cash flow, and verifying ready to release Purchase Orders.
• Must be able to install, configure, maintain, migrate, or upgrade the SAP systems as required.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and problem-solve SAP Basis-related issues, as well as perform regular maintenance and performance Tuning for Database and SAP systems.
• Excellent knowledge of construction cost accounting including WBS structures and related financial procedures.
• Familiarity with accounting software, such as SAP, and able to implement Excel for monthly financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of the construction industry including understanding basis scheduling.
• Solid analytical and mathematical skills with a financial incline.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

- Comprehensive benefits program including extended health care and dental coverage, employee and family assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage

- Retirement Savings Plan with Employer contributions and matching

- Paid vacation, paid sick time and paid statutory holidays

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us